Project Estimator
Project Estimator
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Job Description
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Project Estimator located in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. The Project Estimator will be responsible for estimating project costs managing budgets preparing detailed bid proposals and collaborating with project teams to ensure accurate and competitive project estimates. Daily tasks include conducting site visits analyzing project documentation and communicating with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing and cost information. Management and consistent updating of supplier/subcontractor and manufacturers lists.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review architectural drawings specifications and project documents to develop cost estimates.
- Perform material takeoffs and quantity surveys for all scopes of work.
- Solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers; evaluate and compare bids.
- Develop detailed estimates including labor materials equipment and overhead.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather project-specific information.
- Coordinate with project managers superintendents and clients to ensure estimates align with project requirements and timelines.
- Assist in preparing proposals bid packages and client presentations.
- Maintain and update a database of historical cost data for future use.
- Track estimate performance and assist in post-bid reviews
- Prebid in depth evaluation of project specific bid requirements with regards to wage requirements B& O taxes permitting requirements MBE /DBE/WBE participation levels qualification requirements permitting front end general conditions & general requirements licensing third party testing and monitoring scheduling taxing and more.
Qualifications
- 5 years minimum experience in Cost Management Budgeting and Construction Estimating
- Expertise in Project Estimation and preparing detailed bid proposals
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with project teams subcontractors and suppliers
- Mindfulness and the ability to conduct thorough site visits and document analysis
- Proficiency with estimation software and tools
- Bachelor s degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility
- Health dental life and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Ability to participate in further education within the industry with cost reimbursement for same.
- Access to utilization of and fuel for same company vehicle when attending to company business.
- Work in an incredibly positive office atmosphere / companywide culture
Employment Type
Full-time
